Yoga retreat at a charming cortijo in Andalusia, Spain

9 - 16 June 2025

Cost from £1055

Teacher Elena Byers

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About Cortijo San Jose

Set on a hilltop, the 200-year-old Cortijo offers magnificent views of the rolling countryside, olive groves and a laguna which is home to flamingos.

Cortijo San Jose is full of warmth, character and charm, offering beautiful accommodation, a saltwater pool, sun terrace, gardens, a courtyard and plenty of hidden corners for relaxation. The Cortijo is completely off-grid with all power generated by the sun.

Located in the heart of Andalusia, the cultural delights of Cordoba, Seville, Granada and Ronda, or walking the Caminito del Rey, are just a day trip away.

Retreat programme

There will be two yoga classes each day with Elena in the light and airy converted barn space or on a shaded terrace overlooking the hills and olive groves.

Each day will begin with a morning class of meditation, pranayama and a flowing asana practice to strengthen and align the body. The classes will be suitable for all levels and yoga experience.

The evening classes will be somatic and restorative, working towards a greater depth of awareness and sense of inner peace. Across the week Elena will offer space for nourishing soundbaths and evening chanting too.

Between yoga classes there will be the chance to explore the beautiful natural surroundings or simply rest and relax. During the week there will be one yoga free day or two yoga free half days.

Things to do

There will be plenty of time to rest and relax, soak up the sun by the pool, read your book in a hammock or take a massage with a specialised therapist.

Or you can head off for a walk to explore the stunning countryside or take a trip to visit one of the many beautiful and culturally rich towns and cities of Andalusia. Cordoba, Seville, Granada and Ronda are just a day trip away.

If booked in advance, it is also possible to walk the Caminito del Rey, a spectacular path running through cliffs, ravines and gorges.

Accommodation & food

Cortijo San Jose offers comfortable and spacious bedrooms beautifully decorated in Andalusian Moorish style.

There are single, double, twin and triple room options in the Cortijo and two garden houses, many overlooking the surrounding hills and laguna, or with private terraces. Most rooms have en suite bathrooms and some rooms have a bathroom shared with just one other room.

Throughout the day you will be offered three delicious vegetarian meals, breakfast, lunch and dinner, prepared with the freshest seasonal, locally-sourced fruits and vegetables.

Client Reviews

I really enjoyed the retreat – Elena was fab and I surprised myself with joining in on chanting and practices I’ve not tried before.
Juliet
The retreat was absolutely fabulous. Elena is a one-in-a-million teacher.
Soizic
If you want to immerse yourself in the stunning beauty of the Andalusian countryside with fields of gold and green and olive groves stretching as far as the eye can see come here! The Cortijo is a fabulous space and place with truly great hosts and super food. We were also, thanks to our hosts, able to do TWO trips out during the week, making the most of our time together. When can I go back?
Sharon

Yoga retreat at a charming cortijo in Andalusia, Spain, 9 - 16 June 2025

Costs

Twin or double room en-suite
Price per person for two people sharing - £1115

Triple room en-suite
Price per person for three people sharing - £1055

Single occupancy room with shared bathroom
Price per person for single occupancy - £1205

Garden house single occupancy room with shared bathroom
Price per person for single occupancy - £1235

Garden house twin room with shared bathroom
Price per person for two people sharing - £1175

Garden house single occupancy room en-suite
Price per person for single occupancy - £1410

Garden house twin room en-suite
Price per person for two people sharing - £1235

Includes:
Accommodation
Three delicious vegetarian meals each day
Tea, coffee, fruit and drinking water throughout the day
Daily meditation and yoga classes (apart from one yoga free day or two yoga free half days)

All trips, activities, treatments and wine with your evening meal are at an additional cost.

A 50% non-refundable deposit is required on booking and the balance is due 6 weeks before you travel.

Travel Arrangements

Malaga and Seville are the closest international airports to the property. Both are a 1 hour 30 minute drive away. Several airlines fly to both airports, some are listed below.

Easyjet
Ryanair
British Airways
Skyscanner

Arrival to the Cortijo is from 17.00 on 9 June and departure by 11am on 16 June.

For an affordable group transfer we recommend taking a flight to Malaga that arrives in time for a group transfer between 15.30-16.30 on 9 June and a return flight that departs from Malaga early afternoon on 16 June.

Transfers cost approx €35-40 one way when shared with others and up to €150-160 for a solo transfer.